Another chapter for Perbacco

Beyond the bar: Perbacco owners Staffan Terje and Umberto Gibin are adding an enoteca next door that will expand their popular salumi offerings, among other items.

Today’s Inside Scoop column offered a ray of hope to the Bay Area dining scene, detailing some of the projects that are moving forward next year. The economy may seem bleak, but there are a few bright spots on the horizon.

After the column deadline, I heard about another exciting venture related to Perbacco. Owners Staffan Terje and Umberto Gibin just signed a lease for a space next door, where they plan to open an enoteca that will feature 100 wines, half available by the glass or taste. The menu will also showcase Terje’s ever-expanding repertoire of charcuterie as well as bruschetta and a collection of small and large plates from all over Italy.

At lunch they’re going to serve soup, salads, sandwiches and baked pastas at about half the price of what’s served next door.The restaurant will seat about 80 and is expected to open in June or July.

Gibin said they’re still looking for a name. If you have any ideas, I’m sure they’d love to hear them.